1988 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (138 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Escort | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Escort | Antara |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 109 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |